Adapted from Cooking Classy.
This is a favorite in my family. Kids love it!
Boil pasta according to directions listed on package adding broccoli during the last 5-6 minutes of boiling. Drain well (reserve 1/4 cup pasta water just in case you want to thin the sauce).
Meanwhile, in a pot, melt butter over medium heat then stir in flour. Cook mixture stirring constantly for 1 minute. While whisking vigorously, slowly add in milk, then season with onion powder, garlic powder and salt and pepper to taste. Increase heat to medium-high, cook mixture, stirring constantly until it boils and thickens. Remove from heat, allow to cool for 1 minute then add in cheddar and parmesan cheeses and stir until melted. Add drained pasta and broccoli and chicken and toss to evenly coat. As it sits it will thicken, you can thin it wit a few tablespoons of pasta water if desired.
If you want a stronger cheddar cheese flavor use 8 ounces. You can also use extra sharp cheddar.
View line-by-line Nutrition Insights™: Discover which ingredients contribute the calories/sodium/etc.
|
||
Serving Size: 1 Serving (399g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 5 Servings | ||
|
||
Calories: 280 | ||
Calories from Fat: 101 (36%) | ||
|
||
Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
|
||
Total Fat 11.2g | 15 % | |
Saturated Fat 6.4g | 32 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 3g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 0.7g | ||
Cholesterol 80mg | 25 % | |
Sodium 1347.5mg | 46 % | |
Potassium 486mg | 13 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 10.2g | 3 % | |
Dietary Fiber 2g | 8 % | |
Sugars, other 8.3g | ||
Protein 34.1g | 49 % | |
Powered by: USDA Nutrition Database Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are derived from linked ingredients (shown at left in colored bullets) and may or may not be complete. Always consult a licensed nutritionist or doctor if you have a nutrition-related medical condition. |
Calories per serving: 280
Get detailed nutrition information, including item-by-item nutrition insights, so you can see where the calories, carbs, fat, sodium and more come from.
What would you serve with this? Link in another recipe.